Æon Flux

Rating ***/*****, or 6/10

Not particularly convincing and convoluted dystopian science fiction flick involving a post-apocalyptic future society ruled by tyrant scientists who resort to genetic engineering to keep the population perfectly balanced, but a secret rebellion plots to overthrow these despots. Super agent Æon Flux is sent to kill the head scientist, but has a change of heart when she learns they were involved romantically in a past life. Not a great film, but mildly entertaining due to the intriguing futuristic look, some great action scenes and Charlize Theron dressed in an excessively tight suit. Based on the cult TV series.

Starring: Charlize Theron, Marton Csokas, Frances McDormand

Directed by Karyn Kusama

USA: Paramount Pictures, 2005